Apprentice Educator

Busy Bees Childcare; Newark and Sherwood; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Newark and Sherwood is seeking an Early Years Professional to join their team. This role offers an apprenticeship with opportunities for professional development. As part of your responsibilities, you will plan activities, build relationships, and ensure the well-being of the children. The ideal candidate is passionate about child development and eager to learn. The position also includes various benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday

Financial support through Salary Finance

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• To apply, you must be working or caring for children whether voluntary or paid.
• Grade C / 4 or above in Maths and English or functional skills level 2 is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan stimulating activities for children in care.
• Assist in delivering quality childcare while maintaining professionalism.
• Build effective relationships with children, parents, and team members.
• Ensure each child's individual needs are met.
• Contribute to the safeguarding of all children.

Skills

Working with children

Planning activities

Building relationships

Education

Level 2 in Early Years

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK. Do you want to become a qualified Early Years Professional? This role is ideal for anyone who has a genuine passion for working with children and is keen to learn and progress in their own professional development.

About Busy Bees

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured.

Why Work at Busy Bees?

We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Mansfield Vicar Water is an Ofsted-rated "Outstanding" nursery with a capacity of 56, offering exceptional childcare across two floors in three age-appropriate base rooms. Each room provides a stimulating and comfortable environment where children learn through play. The nursery also boasts a spacious, secure garden designed to encourage exploration, helping children build their self-esteem, confidence, balance, and coordination in a truly magnificent outdoor space. Ideally located near a Country Park and Forest, the nursery frequently explores the local community through nature walks. Situated close to Nottingham train station, with a bus stop directly outside and the added convenience of free parking in the onsite car park, Busy Bees Mansfield Vicar Water is easily accessible.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Financial support through Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

But wait, there’s more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Ready to embark on your catering journey? Apply now and be a part of our extraordinary team!

Responsibilities and expectations

• Involvement in planning stimulating activities for the children in your care in line with the EYFS
• Assisting in delivering a high level of quality childcare maintaining a professional and positive outcome for both children and staff
• Building effective relationships with children, parents and team members
• Ensuring each child's individual needs are met
• Contributing to the safeguarding of all children
• Actively work towards the apprenticeship standards provided by Busy Bees Education and Training with an expectation of completion within the agreed timeframe
• Be enthusiastic and proactive in developing own skills within the workplace
• Demonstrate commitment to continued professional development
• Communicate with their line Manager regarding the activities and progress within the room

As an Apprentice, you will be working alongside inspiring qualified staff who will support and mentor you whilst completing your apprenticeship. You will attend bespoke Learning & Development courses where you will be provided with underpinning knowledge and skills to support you in everyday practice. A Development Coach will visit you regularly in your nursery, assessing the work you are creating, providing recognition for your progress and vital guidance to support you in the next part of your apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• To apply you must be working or caring for children whether voluntary or paid.
• Having a Level 2 in Early Years, Maths and English grade C / 4 or above or functional skills level 2 is desirable.